Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
David » King of israel » Makes conquest of jerusalem
Then David and all Israel went to Jerusalem (that is, Jebus); and the Jebusites, the inhabitants of the land, were there. The inhabitants of Jebus said to David, "You shall not enter here." Nevertheless David captured the stronghold of Zion (that is, the city of David). Now David had said, "Whoever strikes down a Jebusite first shall be chief and commander." Joab the son of Zeruiah went up first, so he became chief. read more.
Then David dwelt in the stronghold; therefore it was called the city of David. He built the city all around, from the Millo even to the surrounding area; and Joab repaired the rest of the city.
Then David dwelt in the stronghold; therefore it was called the city of David. He built the city all around, from the Millo even to the surrounding area; and Joab repaired the rest of the city.
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Jerusalem » The city built around the citadel
He built the city all around, from the Millo even to the surrounding area; and Joab repaired the rest of the city.
Millo » A name given to part of the citadel of jerusalem
So David lived in the stronghold and called it the city of David. And David built all around from the Millo and inward.
He built the city all around, from the Millo even to the surrounding area; and Joab repaired the rest of the city.